It is almost that time again. But this time it is different. Unlike high school, when you dreaded the return to school, or freshman year of college, when you were anxious about the new environment, sophomore year of college is something you can really look forward to. You’re established there. It is like another life. You have your friends, your classes, parties, weekends, trips, and a whole bunch of new and familiar things to look forward to.

The excitement of this return may be a little bit overwhelming, so here is the cast of “Friends” to break it down for you just a little bit.

1. Buying everything that you now know you need.

Remember freshman year when you didn't remember to buy a full-length mirror, a trash can, mixing bowls, or a hair-dryer? Well after going without them, you won't make that mistake. The shopping spree that you go on before the return to school won't be as much of a "shot-in-the-dark", that much is certain (or is it?).

2. Somehow trying to save money.

You have learned the hard way from your experiences last year that money really does not grow on trees. You really have to save up your cash and not go crazy buying and spending if you want to survive without having to ask your parents for money every weekend.

3. You get to see your “school friends” again (finally).

You’ve lived and grown with these people the past year, and going without them can be a little tough. So you know that once you get back to school and this friend group you’ll be ecstatic.

4. You can just walk next door to see some of your best friends.

Isn't it refreshing to be able to just pop by your friends' rooms again instead of having to make a trip out of it? No car needed here.

5. You go out on the weekends again.

You've probably missed being able to go out and just have fun and not worry about being hounded by your parents. Here is your chance again.

6. You get to make your own decisions again. You get to live on your own again. You're your own person again.

Yeah, you miss them. But let's face it. It is nice to be away from your family sometimes. Being an adult and making your own decisions (and mistakes) is a part of growing up, and a part of your life that you've missed oh, so much.

7. That moment when you get to your first day of your "easy" class and it is much harder than you thought it would be (some things never change).

Having the ability to make your own schedule is really a gift and a curse.

8. And there is a pop quiz the very next class.

And yes, this happens. It sucks.

9. But hey, you are finally in the place you love to call another home, and excited to be back.